General Election 2019: Ex-Pars and Dons goalie Derek Stillie to stand for Scots Tories

A former goalkeeper is to stand as a candidate for the Scottish Conservatives in the General Election, it has been confirmed.

By Scotsman Reporter

Published 5th Nov 2019, 16:55 BST

Derek Stillie, who played for teams including Aberdeen, Dunfermline Athletic and Dundee United during his career, will be the party's nominee for the Central Ayrshire constituency.

The seat is currently held by the SNP's Philippa Whitford.

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Former Dunfermline and Aberdeen goalkeeper Derek Stillie is to stand as a candidate for the Scottish Conservatives in the General Election. Picture: David Moir/TSPL

Mr Stillie also played for Wigan Athletic and Gillingham during his football career, retiring in 2008.

After hanging up his gloves, the 45-year-old pursued a career in English law.

The Scottish Conservatives already have a representative with a footballing connection in Douglas Ross, the incumbent for Moray since 2017 and an assistant referee who has officiated on Scottish Premiership and Champions League matches.

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